Taylor University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Distant
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,585
Religious affiliation	Interdenominational
Student to faculty ratio	12 to 1
Acceptance rate	73%
Students retention rate	89%
On-time graduation rate	77%

Located in Upland, Indiana, Taylor University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

Taylor University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Taylor University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Taylor University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 89% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 66% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

72.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$36,570

Cost of attendance at Taylor University in 2022 for students from Indiana.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average	$8,887
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$36,570

Cost of attendance at Taylor University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average	$22,628
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 96 of freshman students at Taylor University received on average $23,084 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$23,084

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	65	16%	$4,581	$297,754
Other Federal Grant	387	93%	$1,607	$622,054
State Grant/Scholarships	50	12%	$6,876	$343,821
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	399	96%	$20,721	$8,267,561
Total Grant & Scholarships	400	96%	$23,084	$9,233,436

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Taylor University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Taylor University students is 76.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 80.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 72.4%.

76.8%

asian 61.5% 8 students
African American 42.9% 6 students
white 78.5% 355 students
hispanic 70.6% 12 students
International Students 71.4% 10 students

Sport Conferences

Football Mid-States Football Association
Baseball Crossroads League
Basketball Crossroads League
Track and Cross Country Crossroads League

Athletic Associations

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

Taylor University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Taylor University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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